now...
...from computer located in Wauconda Area Library
OR
...click here for remote access to SIRS Researcher
Please note:
If you wish to use this service from a computer outside the Wauconda Area
Library, you will need your Wauconda Area Library barcode number from the back
of your current library card.
SIRS
Researcher® is a general reference database containing thousands of
full-text articles exploring social, scientific, health, historic, business,
economic, political and global issues. Articles and graphics are selected from
1,600 domestic and international publications and are indexed primarily
according to Library of Congress subject headings. 
Search Methods:
Keyword/Natural Language - Use to locate results based upon your own combination of key words and phrases.
Subject Headings - Use to search a subject index to quickly locate the most relevant results.
Topic Browse - Use to locate results by exploring topics and subtopics in a multilevel tree.
Editor's Top Pick:
Articles and images are selected each week by the SIRS research team for their exceptional interest or research value. Select the article title to view the article or select the graphic thumbnail to view the full-sized graphic.
Database Features:
Leading Issues - Dozens of the most commonly accessed social issues, updated daily.
Focus on Terrorism - Covers every aspect of the current crisis, providing a global perspective on the terrorism issue affecting the United States.
Today's News - The top national and global headline news stories are dynamically updated to bring you up to the minute breaking news.
Maps of the World - Over 300 detailed, colorful maps are available as an online reference almanac.
World Almanac® Excerpts - Articles about world history, profiles of all the nations of the world, and other important facts.
Spotlight of the Month - Articles selected as a sampling from the SIRS Researcher database to encourage research and awareness of the topical issues.
Suggested Research Topics - A list of sample searches link to recently added content and hot topics to encourage research and further exploration into the topics covered by SIRS Researcher.